South Acomita Village, New Mexico facts for kids
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South Acomita Village, New Mexico
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 South Acomita Village, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Cibola |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.17 sq mi (3.02 km2) |
| • Land | 1.17 sq mi (3.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 6,116 ft (1,864 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 130 |
| • Density | 111.40/sq mi (43.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 505 |
| FIPS code | 35-73925 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2585650 |
South Acomita Village is a small community in Cibola County, New Mexico, United States. It is called a census designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that the U.S. Census Bureau uses to collect population information, but it does not have its own local government like a city or town. In 2010, about 105 people lived in South Acomita Village. By 2020, the population had grown to 130 people.
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Where is South Acomita Village Located?
South Acomita Village is found in the northern part of Cibola County. It is very close to the northeastern edge of the Acoma Pueblo, which is a Native American reservation. The village sits on the south side of a valley where the Rio San Jose river flows.
Nearby Communities and Roads
Just to the north of South Acomita Village is North Acomita Village. You can reach North Acomita Village by taking Indian Service Route 30. If you are traveling on Interstate 40, you can take Exit 102. This exit is near the Sky City Casino and is about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north of South Acomita Village.
Size of the Village
According to the United States Census Bureau, South Acomita Village covers a total area of about 1.4 square kilometers (0.54 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no lakes or large rivers within its boundaries.
Who Lives in South Acomita Village?
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| 2020 | 130 | — | |
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The population of South Acomita Village has changed over time. In 2010, there were 105 people living there. By the time of the 2020 Census, the population had increased to 130 people. This information helps us understand how the community is growing.
Education in the Area
All the public schools in Cibola County, including those that serve children from South Acomita Village, are managed by the Grants/Cibola County Schools district. This district is responsible for providing education to students in the area.
See also
In Spanish: South Acomita Village (Nuevo México) para niños
